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Sharonda A.

Personal Care

Smithfield, KY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
My name is Sharonda. However, I've always gone by Nicole. I am currently a stay at home mom of 7, with 3 out the home and 4 in school. My schedule is open. In the past, I have worked as a primary education teacher. I also obtained my CNA and worked in a skilled nursing facility for seven years before I joined the Army as a...
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Looking For Nanny Position

Crestwood, KY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi families! My name is Gracie and I am on the hunt for a full time or part time Nanny or babysitter position. I have worked with ages 6mo and up. I also have experienced working with special needs kiddos. A little about myself I love arts and crafts. I have my own car and I am very organized! Don't take that sentence...

Care Member says "Gracie was great. She helped out with our 7 month old and organized our 6 year old playroom. "

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Special Needs Helper

Crestwood, KY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.

Alana A. says "Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

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Child Whisperer

New Castle, KY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! Started babysitting at 12 years old and have never stopped. Graduated from UK with BBA in Marketing. Owner & Director of Preschool and After-school programs for 23 yrs in Henry County. Managed Shelby Co After School and Summer Camps 6 years. Certified CPR & First Aid and Professional Development classes...

Melissa C. says "Joy is the best of the best. She looked after my 3 children full-time for a year - I don't think they've ever had so much fun - but now we are moving!!...

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Caring, Fun And Nurturing Nanny

La Grange, KY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a certified elementary teacher and have taught Early Childhood, K-1 and 2nd/3rd for the past 15 years. I am a mother of three children. Before I went back to work full-time, I was a stay home mom and loved every minute that I was caring for my children. I have worked in preschools and child development centers before having...
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La Grange, KY

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$13/hr
I have worked with children and adults with different physical and mental conditions whether it's through recreational sports or physical therapy Recently I have worked with a teenager for the past 3 years who sustained a TBI, also in a wheelchair . Assisted him through school, physical therapy and different activities.
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Part Time Caregiver

Crestwood, KY

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Throughout high school I worked with a wide variety of special needs. I assisted them through a certain class, homework/classwork help, and mealtime prep/feeding assistance. I have also helped with meal preparation, medication prep, and helping get people ready for bed or just returning from school. I love helping people out and...
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CHILDCARE.

Louisville, KY

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso also known as Janet. I'm a nurse/ midwife with an experience of over a decade caring for children at any age you can think of. Caring is my passion. I can care for your newborn, infants, toddlers, school age children and so on. I do special needs care as well. I am a Christian and a mother too. I...

Kelley H. says "Mofoluwaso is wonderful with my girls. She has a sweet smile and a warm personality. I'm very happy with the relationship she is building with my girls....

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Shelbyville, KY

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...

Care Member says "She was very understanding about a schedule change. Our child said she had a good day. "

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Looking For Part Time Work (Caregiver, Babysitting, Cleaning)

Pleasureville, KY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love doing what I do. I have worked the last 12 years taking care of Adult with Mental Retardation. It's such a rewarding job. A little about myself: I have worked full-time the last 12 years for a group home for adults with mental retardation. I loved my job and the people I took care of. My duties included everything from...

Marla J. says "I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and...

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Patient, Kind, Loving, Experienced, Passionate

Westport, KY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with SN in multiple settings (personal and professional). I have traveled to be the extra helping hand so the family could have a peaceful vacation. I have done long term and day to day life care. In college medically fragile and behavior disorders was a great interest of mine (hence one of my specialty...

Holly B. says "We hired Lisa during our Kentucky vacation to care for a 16-yr-old with severe cerebral palsy who is unable, to talk, walk, chew, or do most things we take...

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Responsible, Caring, Experienced, Childcare And Special Needs Provider

Westport, KY

4.6(1)
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$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 33 years old. I love working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have had a passion for working with special needs children since I was 17. I pursued a degree in special education for medically fragile kids as well as kids with behavioral problems. I have worked in the public school system as well as...

Susie D. says "I've known Lisa for many years and she has always had a love for children. When she was introduce to a couple who were from out of town and in need of a...

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Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm available immediately! I've been an in-home nanny and "mother's helper" for two years with the same family, carin for an infant and now 2. 5-year-old. I have also previously been a nanny, house cleaner and in-home caregiver for the elderly. I've worked with babies and young kids for 5 years, and I also have experience with...

Care Member says "I hired Torri to watch my 2y old for about 4 months, she was an amazing responsible caregiver going over and beyond my husband and I expectations. Not...

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CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...

Christina B. says "She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

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Louisville, KY

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$8/hr
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
I used to work with kids and adults, including work with people with special needs. I have degree in psychology. Due to my experience I understand different ages people's needs and different health conditions. I have experience in caring for my parents and my elder relatives. I treat people with kindness, empathy and respect.
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Patient

Westport, KY

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a very patient and compassionate person. All ADL's I am comfortable providing/assisting in. I have experience with special needs (one of my degrees is helping people who are medically fragile live normal lives and learn to cope or aide in their own care) I have taken care of some really great people short term and long...
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Louisville, KY

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am the oldest in my family and have been taking care of brothers, sisters, and cousins since I was 12. Also, have done a lot of work with special needs kids (my sister is special needs). I work Mon-Fri 8-4:30 as a loan officer with the ability to work from home 2 days per week. I also have 2 dogs at home.
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Louisville, KY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I worked 25 years in the Medical field as an X-ray and Ct technologist. Worked for the past 5 years for a care giving company. Past year working for myself. I enjoy working and helping people who have the need for help. Love the interaction of people I care for. References available.
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Shelbyville, KY

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$10/hr
I've worked as a nanny for many years and have loved being a caretaker to kids. Since finishing with my last family I've decided I want to extend my reach a little and try helping in other ways. I understand I lack a lot of experience in working with special need families, but I am extremely caring and a fast learner so I'm...
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Gracie S.

Gracie was great. She helped out with our 7 month old and organized our 6 year old playroom.

- Care member

Casey R.

Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver.

- Alana A.

Joy R.

Joy is the best of the best. She looked after my 3 children full-time for a year - I don't think they've ever had so much fun - but now we...

- Melissa C.

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